Veterans Day events and local markets: 5 things to do in the Lake Travis-Westlake area this weekend, Nov. 9-12

Veterans Day is Saturday, Nov. 11, and many local groups are honoring service members over the weekend.

Friday

1. Lakeway Veterans Day ceremony to feature local astronaut’s daughter

Juliana Jenkins will be the guest speaker at this year’s Veterans Day ceremony in Lakeway. Jenkins is the second daughter of Alan Shepard Jr., who is a Lakeway resident, a two-time astronaut, naval aviator and a retired U.S. Navy rear admiral. 10:30 a.m. Free. Lake Travis ISD Performing Arts Center, 3324 RM 620, Austin. 512-314-7509. www.lakeway-tx.gov

2. Veterans Day dedication at The Oasis

The Oasis Restaurant is having a special veterans’ wall dedication ceremony Friday. A plaque will be placed on the building’s wall during the ceremony. 3-6 p.m. Free. The Oasis, 6550 Comanche Trail, Austin.

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